Everything You Need to Know About: Mayo Lake Park
Mayo Lake may be the smaller of Person County’s two lakes, but it is big on outdoor amenities. In addition to 2800 acres of water for boating, fishing, kayaking and canoeing, there are 120 acres of wooded parkland for those who prefer on shore activities. The...
Hyco Lake – a “Warm Welcome” for Winter Fishing
Hyco Lake – A “Warm Welcome” For Winter Fishing Winter does not mean the end of opportunities for enjoying the outdoors in Person County. Hyco Lake’s 3,750 acers of warm waters offer excellent opportunities for anglers whether they are fishing...
2020, A Year in Review
Just a few months into 2020, it was clear that this was going to be a year like no other. After weeks of shutdowns and stay at home orders from the government, our state slowly started to wade into the uncertain waters of phased reopening amid a global pandemic. No...
Roxboro 2020 Tree Lighting
Each year, residents and visitors of Roxboro gather to view the annual tree lighting ceremony to kick off the holiday season. This year, because we could not gather in person, we brought the tree lighting to you! We welcome you to take part in one of our favorite...
Drive Through Holiday Light Tours – Making Spirits Bright in 2020
Looking for something cheerful to do this Holiday season? With many restrictions in place due to the coronavirus, most traditional holiday events are canceled; but the Christmas Spirit is thriving in several local communities that have organized their own outdoor...
Uptown Roxboro Holiday Dining
The holiday season can get hectic – so when you find yourself strapped for time and wondering how to fit in a quick lunch or what to serve the family for dinner, Uptown Roxboro has conveniently located restaurants and cafes for a quick bite or a casual dining...
Uptown Roxboro Holiday Shopping
Gift giving season is here, and this year more than ever you may be looking for ways to support small local businesses while also avoiding crowded stores and malls. Make Uptown Roxboro NC your shopping destination – you are sure to find something for everyone on...
Fall, But Make it Socially Distanced
1. Hyco Lake Camping Experience the views and adventure of Hyco Lake in the fall by reserving your very own camp site. RV and Primitive camping is available, and for those more inclined to a Cottage, they have those as well. While you are there you may even want to...
Cycle NC Mountains to Coast Route Stopping in Roxboro
The twenty-second annual ride is scheduled for a Sparta to North Topsail Beach route, from October 3 to October 10, 2020.With beautiful tourist stops along scenic back roads, the “Mountains to Coast” trek is the highlight of the year for many cyclists from...
Cycling is Better in Person
A pedestrian steps off the curb and into the road without looking and promptly gets knocked flat by a passing cyclist. “You were really lucky there,” says the cyclist. “What on earth are you talking about! That really hurt!” says the...